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liquor licensing

Liquor licensing in Colorado is a two-tier process. License applications are first considered by the local licensing authority and then by the state licensing authority. All applications must be filed with the city clerk's office.

Click here to view a list of license and application fees.

New liquor license applications

This application is used to apply for a new liquor license for a business that does not currently hold a license.
New License Application Checklist
State Form DR-8404 – Colorado Liquor License Application
State Form DR-8404-I – Individual History Record

Transfer of ownership applications

This application transfers a liquor license from an existing business to a new owner. This process can take between 45 and 60 days and the City of Northglenn does not issue Temporary Permits.
Transfer of Ownership Application Checklist
State Form DR-8404 – Colorado Liquor License Application
State Form DR-8404-I – Individual History Record
State Form Affidavit of Transfer and Statement of Compliance

Manager registration

Manager Registration for all Hotel/Restaurant and Tavern Licenses:
Manager Registration Checklist
State Form DR-8442 – Permit Application and Report of Changes
State Form DR-8404-I – Individual History Record

Manager Registration for fermented malt beverage off-premises and Club licenses:
Manager Registration Checklist
City Form for Manager Registrations
State Form DR-8404-I – Individual History Record

Modification of premises

Licensees must obtain approval from the local and state licensing authorities before any physical changes to their establishment can be made that would materially or substantially alter the premises from the plan that was submitted when the original license was obtained.
Modification of Premises Checklist
State Form DR-8442 – Permit Application and Report of Changes

Special events permits

Special Events Permit Checklist
State Form DR-8439 – Application for a Special Events Permit

For all other license applications, please contact the city clerk's office.
Additional information can be found on the Colorado Liquor Enforcement Division's Web site:
Complete list of applications
Liquor and Beer Licensee Handbook
Colorado Liquor and Beer Code
Informational Pamphlets
Responsible Vendor Program